High Risk

PEPSICO, INC — LEMON DIET ICED TEA, LEMON

by PEPSICO, INC

MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

Citric AcidTeaAspartameLemon
LEAP Phase Status: Phase 3 — Practitioner Guided

Clinical Product Assessment

MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment

Clinical Narrative

This product contains four MRT-tested substances: Citric Acid, Tea, Aspartame, and Lemon (likely contained within the flavoring). Additionally, the presence of ‘natural flavor’ constitutes an unknown variable. Given the combination of chemical additives (Aspartame, Citric Acid) and botanical triggers (Tea, Lemon), this product is classified as High Risk and should be avoided until the maintenance phase under practitioner supervision.

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

Ingredient Maps To (MRT Panel) Match Type
citric acid Citric Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH
instant tea Tea DIRECT_MATCH
aspartame Aspartame CHEMICAL_MATCH
natural flavor (lemon) Lemon DIRECT_MATCH

Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients

The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: natural flavor

This is procedural data interpretation, not medical guidance. Always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist.

Understanding These Triggers

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Citric Acid

A chemical additive tested on the MRT panel. Industrially produced from Aspergillus niger mold, not citrus fruit. Found in beverages, canned goods, candy, and as a preservative in thousands of products.

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Tea

Tea (Camellia sinensis) is MRT-tested. Covers black, green, white, and oolong teas. Distinct from caffeine sensitivity — you may react to tea proteins but not caffeine, or vice versa.

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Aspartame

An artificial sweetener tested on the MRT chemical panel. Found in diet sodas, sugar-free gum, and "light" yogurts. Some patients show significant mediator release to aspartame.

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Lemon

Lemon is tested as a standalone citrus substance on the MRT panel. It appears in beverages, dressings, marinades, and as a flavoring agent. Distinct from citric acid sensitivity.

What This Means For Your Diet

With 4 identified triggers, this product has a high concentration of MRT-tested substances. The probability that at least one of these triggers is reactive on your personal panel is statistically significant.

This product is not recommended during Phase 1 (Elimination) or Phase 2 (Reintroduction). It may only be considered during Phase 3 (Maintenance) after your Certified LEAP Therapist has confirmed that all 4 substances scored Green on your individual MRT results.

Products with 3 or more MRT panel triggers require individualized evaluation. Do not attempt to self-assess — your CLT has the clinical training to weigh multiple reactive substances and potential cross-reactivity.

Full Ingredient List

citric acid, instant tea, aspartame, natural flavor (lemon)

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Medical Disclaimer: This data is algorithmically generated based on USDA databases and is not medical advice. Always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist.